Rebirth of the Wife in Despair

Chapter 168 A Bank Card

Eileen was in her room, secretly sketching. She had to do it covertly as her father

disapproved. She locked the door to ensure her privacy.

After half an hour of drawing, a sudden knock on the door startled Eileen. She quickly put away her sketchbook and went to answer it.

Seeing the person outside, Eileen asked coldly, “What do you want?”

Eric told her, “Come down for dinner.”

Eileen replied. “Got it, I’ll change my clothes and come down.”

Just as she was about to close the door, something blocked it. Eileen saw a foot wedged in the door

gap. “What are you trying to do?” she asked.

“Won’t you invite me in?” he asked with a smirk.

“You’re crazy. It’s time for dinner. Why would you want to come in?”

Seeing his intense gaze. Eileen felt uneasy but reluctantly said, “Fine, do as you wish.”

Releasing her grip on the doorknob, she turned around and went to the wardrobe. Taking our her usual cashmere long skirt, she put it on along with leggings since the house was heated. It wouldn’t be too cold. She walked into the bathroom to change. She didn’t forget to tie her long hair into a bun with a ha

tie, letting a few strands fall around her ears.

Eric sat at his desk, tapping his leg rhythmically. There was a workbook on his lap, and he was flipping through it, page by page.

Seeing him so engrossed, she secretly rolled her eyes. She couldn’t understand what was so interesting about it, thinking he was just pretending.

Today, Eric wore a light-colored sweater, exuding a mature aura. His well-defined facial features were cold and stern, with a touch of masculinity. His eyes were like deep black holes. hiding countless secrets.

People like him were skilled at concealing their hypocrisy and desires.

In the capital circle, Eileen had attended gatherings before and met handsome men, including professional models and somewhat famous actors.

Compared to them, Eric was not outstanding, but he had a unique temperament.

locked eyes

that he had experienced a lot.

others. In his

could send shivers down one’s

being such a person, he remained calm and composed, handling everything with case and grace.

was not a good man and was

one

her past life found it difficult to break free

in this life, before Vera got into trouble, Eileen rarely saw many women around him, except for Lilian, whom

Lilian should be

already dead. He

was upset now that

to disturb his composure. He always handled things with ease.

vanity, a pair of pearl earrings in her hand. He wondered what she was daydreaming about. Suddenly, Eileen’s fingers loosened, and the earrings fell to her feet. As she bent down to pick them. up, Eric moved faster, picking

earrings, but instead of giving

place, not

about? You seem so engrossed.” Eric stood beside her, his tall figure shielding her from

“It’s nothing.”

“The other one…”

I can do it myself. I’ll go down first.”

quickly appeared at the door.

eat!”

Eileen’s room before and curiously looked around.

go ahead. I’m almost ready. I just need to change my shoes.”

Blake cashmere shoes. They were warm and could also be

on the couch in the hall. Several monetary gift envelopes were placed on the tea

day of the New Year, Eileen

have many rules when facing

As for Vera…

the family.

to Will. “I wish you good health and happiness in

up!” Will handed over a thick

both hands. The weight inside indicated there was at least ten thousand. “Thank you,

took out another envelope

it’s not easy for you to make

Vera

at

said, “Accept it. Eric is pretty generous!”

to take the envelope, but Eric didn’t release his grip on

slightly. “May you live a long life